Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brandegee) G.L.Nesom
Source:
ipni
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 1(1): 148 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331501
Common Names
- Purpus' Medranoa
- Medranoa purpusii
- Purpus' Medranoa
Description
Medranoa purpusii (also called Purpus' Medranoa, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Mexico, where it grows in moist, grassy habitats. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade.
Uses & Benefits
Medranoa purpusii is used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source in salads.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Medranoa purpusii has yellow flowers with a white centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Medranoa purpusii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It should be planted in well-drained soil and watered regularly. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.
Where to Find Medranoa purpusii
Medranoa purpusii is found in Australia, especially in New South Wales.
Medranoa purpusii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Medranoa purpusii?
Medranoa purpusii
What is the common name of Medranoa purpusii?
Purpus' medrano
What is the natural habitat of Medranoa purpusii?
Grassy slopes and meadows
Species in the Medranoa genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,